Terry McLaurin deal grade: Commanders' saga ends with only realistic outcome
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Terry McLaurin deal grade: Commanders' saga ends with only realistic outcome
"For more reasons than one. Commanders and Terry McLaurin finally come to their senses on megabucks extension McLaurin hasn't practiced for months. He's now got the best part of a fortnight to get himself up to speed before Washington takes the field in Week 1 against the New York Giants. His already developed chemistry with quarterback Jayden Daniels should keep complications to a minimum, but time is of the essence."
"Both McLaurin and the Commanders probably feel like they came out of this well. The former third-round pick got the money he was looking for (again, we'll have to see the guarantees), and Washington gets to keep one of its franchise cornerstones happy heading into a crucial campaign. This deal should also protect the Commanders from any severe regression. Adam Peters is a tough negotiator, so he won't have signed off on the contract without some security for the team, too."
Terry McLaurin signed a three-year, $96 million extension with the Washington Commanders that includes a $30 million signing bonus. The guarantee details remain undisclosed and could influence contract value perceptions. McLaurin has not practiced for months and has about two weeks to prepare before Week 1 against the New York Giants; his chemistry with quarterback Jayden Daniels should limit complications. Both McLaurin and Washington appear satisfied: McLaurin secured desired compensation while the team retained a franchise cornerstone. General manager Adam Peters negotiated protections to guard against potential late-career regression, and absence of trade interest increased the likelihood of retention.
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